Tax and Audit Associate - Summer 2027 - Salinas, CA

CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC; Salinas, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC in Salinas, CA is seeking Tax/Audit Associates. The role supports audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services, with potential tax return work. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required, CPA exam eligibility, and willingness to travel to client sites.

The compensation range for this position in California is $65,000 – $110,000, with competitive wages reflecting geography and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; strong preference for this degree.
• Willingness to sit for CPA exam per state requirements.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office products; willingness to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Performs audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services.
• Gains experience with procedures, workpapers and systems; supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget.
• Identifies issues and communicates progress to clients and CLA family members.
• Expands industry knowledge through exposure to peers, clients, and formal training opportunities.
• Completes research and special projects as needed.
• Potential opportunity to prepare tax returns.

Job description

We strive every day to exemplify our CLA values – curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable. We are looking for individuals who believe in accountability for one’s actions, take the initiative to make their vision a reality and place honesty, professionalism, conscientiousness and trust above all else. CLA is dedicated to building a **culture** that welcomes different beliefs and perspectives, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other. Our **Salinas, CA** location is seeking **Tax/Audit Associates.** The anticipated start date for this role is: **June 2027.** Come and see for yourself! PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES * Performs audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services.* Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of procedures, workpapers and systems.* Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress.* Expands industry knowledge, through greater exposure to peers, clients, and formal training opportunities.* Completes research and special projects as needed.* Communicates effectively with clients and CLA family members on a regular basis.* Potential opportunity to prepare tax returns. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS * Bachelor’s degree required – Degree in Accounting or Finance **strongly preferred**.* Eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.* General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.* Willingness to learn new technologies.* Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products.* Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites. Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range. The compensation range for this position in California is: $65,000 – $110,000